Senior Activities & Wellness Aide

Glenview Terrace; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

Glenview Terrace is seeking a caring, energetic Activity Aide to join our nursing home team. You will help create a welcoming environment by planning and assisting with recreational, social, and therapeutic activities that promote residents' quality of life.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with older adults, is patient and compassionate, and can encourage participation while respecting individual interests and abilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience working with seniors, in a nursing home, assisted living facility, hospital, or other healthcare setting is preferred but not always required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, compassionate, and enthusiastic personality.
• Ability to work effectively with residents with varying physical and cognitive abilities.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Must be dependable and able to maintain a professional and respectful attitude.
• CPR/First Aid certification or other required training may be required based on facility policy.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and leading daily activities for residents.
• Organize games, arts and crafts, music, exercise, entertainment, social events, and other recreational programs.
• Encourage residents to participate in activities while respecting their individual choices and abilities.
• Provide one-on-one activities for residents who are unable or prefer not to participate in group programs.
• Assist residents with safely getting to and from activities as needed.
• Set up, clean up, and maintain activity areas and supplies.
• Help coordinate special events, holiday programs, birthday celebrations, and community outings.
• Interact with residents in a friendly, respectful, and compassionate manner.
• Observe residents' participation and preferences and communicate relevant information to the Activity Director or nursing staff.
• Maintain accurate activity attendance and participation records.
• Follow all facility policies, safety procedures, and infection-control guidelines.
• Work cooperatively with nursing, dietary, therapy, social services, and other departments.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Compassionate

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Glenview Terrace is seeking a caring, energetic Activity Aide to join our nursing home team. You will help create a welcoming environment by planning and assisting with recreational, social, and therapeutic activities that promote residents' quality of life.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with older adults, is patient and compassionate, and can encourage participation while respecting individual interests and abilities.